UN Secures a Historic High Seas Treaty for Ocean Conservation: Tides of Hope

By adopting the first-ever international treaty to govern the high seas and vital ecosystems, the United Nations has made a historic achievement.

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The aim of the treaty is to address the critical challenges faced by the oceans, including the disruption of weather patterns, ocean currents, and marine ecosystems due to climate change.

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Marine Biodiversity faces threats from overfishing, overexploitation, and ocean acidification, with over one-third of fish stocks being harvested unsustainably.

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A new body is established by the treaty to manage the conservation of ocean life and create marine protected areas in the high seas.

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It is crucial to protect the high seas Biodiversity because oceans play a vital role in producing oxygen, absorbing carbon dioxide, and hosting diverse ecosystems.

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The sharing of benefits from 'marine genetic resources' collected through scientific research in international waters is addressed by the accord.

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The treaty was applauded by environmental organizations, such as the High Seas Alliance and Greenpeace, as a significant step towards marine protection.

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A legal framework established by the treaty, conservation measures, and benefit-sharing principles will contribute to the preservation of biodiversity, the reduction of climate change, and the sustainable use of ocean resources.

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